Today Crikey’s moles tell us about rumours flying thick and fast today: Federal MP Duncan Kerr’s move away from politics … British immigrant influx thanks to Coles … Good Food Guide goss. And was that Crikey in satin?
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Tips and rumours: From MP to barrister: is Duncan Kerr retiring?
Tips and rumours
Has Fairfax made a monumental ballsup with its takeover of the Southern Cross Radio Network ? There’s a massive dispute underway over just who owns the $35 million 2UE building in North Sydney. Macquarie Radio, which owned Southern Cross for just two days before on-selling to Fairfax, says it gets to keep the 2UE headquarters. […]
A new dawn for Sydney radio?
Like it or not, Sydney radio is old hat and the talk back genre seems to be passing, even at the ABC, and some new talent and ideas are needed, writes Glenn Dyer.
Media briefs and TV ratings
Baby v Porsche: RAV 4 the winner … 2UE takeover posing problems for Fairfax … More changes to come at the top of ABC Radio? … Rupert seeks the high moral ground… again … The ABC: 2007’s most improved TV performer … Last night’s TV ratings.
John Laws breaches broadcasting standards yet again
I suppose congratulations are in order for Southern Cross Broadcasting, the soon-to-be-former owners of 2UE, after it escaped a pasting by the Australian Communications and Media Authority for John Laws’ breaches of broadcasting standards yet again.
Media briefs and TV ratings
Sydney listeners turn off talk radio … Regional viewers don’t like Australian Idol … Last night’s TV ratings.
Media briefs and TV ratings
“Besieged” Carlton isn’t going anywhere … New appointment to Nine’s light entertainment hot seat … When interns attack … Last night’s TV ratings.
